Durgapur to be developed under East Coast Industrial Corridor

The Union Budget 2026–27 has proposed development of an integrated East Coast Industrial Corridor, which includes a key node at Durgapur.

The corridor is aimed at strengthening industrial infrastructure through improved transport connectivity and logistics networks.

Officials said the project is part of a broader national plan to develop industrial zones that support manufacturing and economic growth.

The initiative focuses on building infrastructure that enables efficient movement of goods and supports industrial expansion.

The proposal is part of wider efforts to improve connectivity and infrastructure across eastern India.